Serif Normal Olkav 8 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF More' by FontFont and 'Foundry Form Serif' by The Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: body text, editorial, books, magazines, reports, classic, bookish, trustworthy, traditional, readability, tradition, versatility, editorial tone, bracketed serifs, robust serifs, moderate modulation, open counters, generous spacing.
This is a conventional serif with bracketed, well-formed serifs and moderate stroke modulation. The letterforms are sturdy and evenly weighted, with rounded joins and smooth curves that keep the texture calm and consistent in text. Capitals feel stately and slightly wide, while the lowercase shows open counters, clear apertures, and a steady rhythm; the two-storey a and g reinforce a traditional reading voice. Figures are lining-style and proportioned to sit comfortably alongside caps, with straightforward, readable shapes.
Well-suited to continuous reading in print or on screen, including books, long-form articles, and publication layouts that need a familiar serif texture. It can also support headings and subheads when a traditional, authoritative tone is desired.
The overall tone is classic and bookish, with an editorial seriousness that reads as established and dependable. Its restrained contrast and familiar proportions give it a formal, traditional voice without feeling brittle or overly ornate.
The design appears intended as a versatile, conventional text serif that prioritizes readability and a timeless typographic voice. Its moderate contrast, sturdy serifs, and disciplined proportions suggest a focus on dependable performance in paragraph settings.
Serifs are prominent enough to anchor lines and guide horizontal flow, and spacing appears comfortably generous, which helps maintain clarity in longer passages. The sample text shows a stable color at larger sizes, with crisp terminals and consistent curvature across repeated forms.